Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 11 (50% pass rate). It has 170,299 miles on the clock, averaging 11,854 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FD52 UBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,854 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD52 UBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 UBZ
What car is FD52 UBZ?
FD52 UBZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FD52 UBZ?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 UBZ was 170,299 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 UBZ passed its MOT?
FD52 UBZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (11 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2016.
Is FD52 UBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 UBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FD52 UBZ?
FD52 UBZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.